Accessibility

Abbots Grange is a Grade II* listed medieval property and by its very nature, presents some challenges from an accessibility standpoint. Medieval buildings were not built with accessibility in mind and original occupants in the 14th-century were smaller in stature so doorways and openings tend to be lower and/or narrower.

Generally, adherence to planning and conservation requirements makes adaptations or changes to the ancient architecture unacceptable. However, where possible, measures are incorporated to ease access. Access for many ambulant disabled guests is possible to many of the common areas including the Great Hall, Abbots Cell (the Bar) and Dining Room which are all located on the ground floor. A single flight of stairs accesses our Heritage bedrooms. Our Bishop Suite has 2 steps up/down to enter and is on the ground floor. Our Elizabethan Suite and Abbots Chamber are accessed via an ancient stone stairway which is not recommended for those who may be unsteady on their feet or have limited mobility. This is due to the medieval stone stairway with rope hand rail used to access this part of the building. For more information on this please see individual room details or call us direct on 00 44 (0) 208 1338698.

Our more recently constructed Carriage Room and Stable Room, located in the Coach House building (separate to the main house), are set out with greater accessibility in mind. With only two steps up to access., and all flush floor finishes to entrances, external patio, en-suite shower room and WC facilities. The Coach House Suite is accessed via its own private outdoor stairway and is not recommended for those with limited mobility or who find stairways difficult. Once inside the suite, it is entirely on level ground without any doorway thresholds or steps.

The grounds at Abbots Grange are set out with accessibility in mind with most areas able to be accessed without steps or abrupt changes in level. There are many seating areas within the gardens. Access to the main house from the car park and from the main house into the village is level.

The village itself is entirely on level ground with wide walkways and seating areas. For more detail on specific room layouts please see individual room pages for floor plans and images. Please call us should you require further clarification and/or room specific details.